This high-sugar fruit may actually lower diabetes risk: Study
Summary
A study from George Mason University shows that daily mango consumption may improve blood sugar control and reduce body fat in prediabetic adults despite its high sugar content.
Key Points
- George Mason University study found daily mango intake improves blood sugar control and reduces body fat in prediabetic adults.
- Mangoes contain high sugar but their whole food composition offers protective benefits against diabetes risk.
- Study compared daily fresh mango intake to a low-sugar granola bar over six months among prediabetic individuals.
- Results indicated mango consumption improved insulin sensitivity and glycemic outcomes more than the granola bar.
